Great feedback..I am specifically looking for a "Geiger" for food. Would you recommend this one or ?
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I'm not an expert, but I believe this could detect certain kinds of radiation in food, but not others. So there's no guarantee that the food is safe just because this didn't detect anything. I think food has to be sent to a lab for the more proper testing. Still, I went ahead and tested a lot of food and didn't find any problems.
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if a car were to be contaminated it would stay until it was de-contaminated. it could be any where in or on the vehicle. any geiger counter will measure radiation. i have the radex rd1503 to test all my food and rain water. just move meter around the car taking readings for about one minute at each location.
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It has a digital readout so it could be used for various foods. It also has preset temps for various meats and how you prefer them such as medium well etc.
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This unit does not give out radiation. That is not something that any one can sell over the counter. Radiation is harmful and has to be regulated.
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I think you would want something a little more sophisticated with a pancake tube. The Inspector or PRM 8000. This is a great little detector but you need something more sensitive and quicker. You would need to bucket some water then test it over a bit of time. Either of the units mentioned will measure over time.
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The NuWave is a portable unit--one of the tv infomercial products. Amazon also carries it. Yours is probably higher end than the portable two-fer-one unit I have. But it works very well, and since my regular stovetop isn't due for an upgrade yet, (knock on wood, don't need that expense). My stock pot is a 6 quart stainless steel I've had for several years. Bobby Flay probably endorses a good product. the Belgique pan we started discussing befre being side tracked on induction units is a nice pan. I particularly like the rounded shape. Good look with your search.
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I liked the Nomiku because of the way it hooks to the pot, and it is a little more powerfull which will mean that it will cycle less while keeping the temperature where you want it.I had a few questions and the factory people were very responsive, unlike Anova who ignored my email questions prior to my selection.Have fun! I use it at least 3 to 4 times a month now, instead of cooking fish in parchment , I use the plastic bag, which I can preload with stuff, and freeze, then unthaw a little and drop in the pot , comes out great!
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Looks like everyone is confused - you need a testomonial! I love the product but have a gas range. It's worth the try because we are very happy with the product. Meat and veggies over a bed of spaghetti squash is a very good night. Let us know please, I'd like to give it to someone as a gift but have hesitated since they have an electric range like you.
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The majority of the posts are positive. However, a few fuss about "breakage" and/or the heating element dying out after a couple of uses.What model is yours? I am begining to comprehend the proper uses and the best recipes, but "model numbers" are not given with the posts.MML
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never tried it on food, but, it seems to work on cats, dogs, and water space heaters. I shoot it everywhere because I have "hot flashes" occasionally, and, well. I love the dang thing - It is fun and interesting, and does answer the question, is it hot in here, or is it just me! I do have a meat thermentor, (sp) but I suspect it will only measure the outside temp. I love the darn thing though.
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Thanks everyone for you comments. I have a carbon monoxide detector right out from my stove. We have also installed a fan over top of the unit. I guess it can't burn the fumes fast enough like gordyh was talking. If it gets worse will have a teck check it out. Again I would like to thank you all. Didn't think I would get a reply.
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Yes. Much friendlier to use than my GE was. Reheating feature is simpler and more accurate.
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No it is not a spectrophotometer . It is a crudely simple radiation counter. It is mainly gamma rays sensitive. The most interesting usage I had from it was from taking it up in a commercial jet on a holiday and watching the radiation levels soar to about 20 times what it was in my kitchen. (This is well-known but still interesting to see oneself.) I have also detected beaches that were radioactive with natural thorium but it has to be laid on the sand to work. It's a bit crude and it is worth knowing the basics of radiation counting before you use it, for example what a sievert and or micro-sievert is. No it is not a spectrophotometer . It is a crudely simple radiation counter. It is mainly gamma rays sensitive. The most interesting usage I had from it was from taking it up in a commercial jet on a holiday and watching the radiation levels soar to about 20 times what it was in my kitchen. (This is well-known but still interesting to see oneself.) I have also detected beaches that were radioactive with natural thorium but it has to be laid on the sand to work. It's a bit crude and it is worth knowing the basics of radiation counting before you use it, for example what a sievert and or... » Read More No it is not a spectrophotometer . It is a crudely simple radiation counter. It is mainly gamma rays sensitive. The most interesting usage I had from it was from taking it up in a commercial jet on a holiday and watching the radiation levels soar to about 20 times what it was in my kitchen. (This is well-known but still interesting to see oneself.) I have also detected beaches that were radioactive with natural thorium but it has to be laid on the sand to work. It's a bit crude and it is worth knowing the basics of radiation counting before you use it, for example what a sievert and or micro-sievert is. « Show Less
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i can only answer the last question. buy an expensive radiation detector. i don't recommend the radex rd1503!
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Can't help on thermometers/activators (I haven't felt the need for those). You might consider getting some kind of compost pail for your kitchen to collect material you'll eventually transfer to composter. I got a neat little stainless pail, nice enough for countertop, but keep in cabinet under sink. Size should match your expected material amounts. Mine is full enough to take out every 2-3 days. I compost only vegetable material (nothing animal, including egg shells) and with its double filter system, it doesn't smell. Watch amount/proportion of yard waste (brown to green). Composter insides are not large so it can fill up quickly if you put lots of bulky dry leaves, grass clippings, etc. Can't help on thermometers/activators (I haven't felt the need for those). You might consider getting some kind of compost pail for your kitchen to collect material you'll eventually transfer to composter. I got a neat little stainless pail, nice enough for countertop, but keep in cabinet under sink. Size should match your expected material amounts. Mine is full enough to take out every 2-3 days. I compost only vegetable material (nothing animal, including egg shells) and with its double filter system, it doesn't smell. Watch amount/proportion of yard waste (brown to green). Composter... » Read More Can't help on thermometers/activators (I haven't felt the need for those). You might consider getting some kind of compost pail for your kitchen to collect material you'll eventually transfer to composter. I got a neat little stainless pail, nice enough for countertop, but keep in cabinet under sink. Size should match your expected material amounts. Mine is full enough to take out every 2-3 days. I compost only vegetable material (nothing animal, including egg shells) and with its double filter system, it doesn't smell. Watch amount/proportion of yard waste (brown to green). Composter insides are not large so it can fill up quickly if you put lots of bulky dry leaves, grass clippings, etc. « Show Less
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You can not measure radioactive contamination in food or liquids with any geiger counter. THERE IS NO WAY! To measure food or liquid contamination you will need a lead shielded chamber, a scintillation detector and you have to completely dehydrate and grind the samples. Beyond that you need sound knowledge how to calculate proper values.If a geiger counter starts nervous clicking on your food or drink something went badly wrong and the question wouldn't be 'can I drink that'. It would be, 'How the hell can I get out of here'.
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It has been a long time since I tried home brewing, but from what I remember (and from studying the culinary arts for many years), I would suggest that the digital thermometer would be more accurate than the IR (I also have one of those and use it almost daily). Unless you already have an IR, don't buy one just for this. If you already have one, try them both out. I am sure you will find this digital the best of the two by far. :) (Right on KWS...it is not "instant", but 5 secs or so is about as instant as you can get without spending $100 or more)